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Actor Headshot Photography Gemma Alexander

Featured Actor Headshots Gemma Alexander

This months featured actor headshot feature Gemma Alexander, a lady of many talents,  who opted for your Get Ahead Actor Headshot package with hair and make up.

Biography Gemma Alexander

Born and bread in Aberdeen, Gemma worked in the oil industry for 10 years but always felt there was something missing and although had everything you thought would have made her happy…the big house, nice car and luxury lifestyle, wasn’t fulfilled. In 2014 left her job and moved to Manchester to pursue her Acting and Presenting career having always loved acting as a child . As a Life Coach as well, she’s always asking people what would you do if you knew you couldn’t fail, or what would you do if money was no problem, and always do what your passionate about  Gemma who is a student at Act Up North and currently works at Coronation Street The Tour as a Tour Guide is aiming to become a childrens presenter as well as an actor. Gemma classes herself as “probably the most positive person you will ever meet” and has the ability to change her attitude to a positive one in various situations in life, something that she wouldn’t have been able to do as a young adult so feels that her 10 years life experience has built strong foundations for her new career and felt if she had gone into acting and presenting at a young age doesn’t think she would have been able to survive as she now has the determination and will power to make that happen. One of  Gemma’s  many mantras’ is “Do a job you enjoy and you will never work a day in your life.” As well as a Life Coach and Motivational Speaker she is a qualified Reiki Practitioner.

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Testimonial: Here is what Gemma said about our service

Having spent 10 years in the oil industry in Aberdeen in shipping if you had told me one day I would be having a photo shoot in a shipping container which I spent years shipping them to various destinations in the world I would have laughed at you…in fact on the day I did. It was a nice reminder of how far I had come in a short space of time. I was nervous….very nervous after looking on Colins web-site he has taken photographs of some very known actors who have spent years in the business and here’s me who’s new to the industry and thinking how can I compare to these other actors. Colin was amazing even when I inquired I asked for his advise, he was very knowledgeable and after speaking to him on the phone we had a few things in common and I knew he was very enthusiastic about what he does. I had asked several people who to get headshots with many recommending cheaper options but I kept coming back to Colins web-site and something instantly kept drawing me back, his photographs stood out from all the rest. My make up was done by Rebecca Tupman who was equally as passionate as Colin and did a fantastic natural look for the day. Will definitely be using you again for future projects. Colin made me feel at ease the whole time making me laugh and has incredible attention to detail as well as being patient. Although the session went by quickly it wasn’t rushed and I feel that is very important. With Colin you get quality and someone that is passionate about what they do on top of that you have fun in a relaxed atmosphere. Why cut corners when it comes to headshots are the key tool to selling yourself in the industry. I highly recommend both Colin and Rebecca and will be back.

 

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Actor Headshot Photography Matilda Swinney

A Great Example of our Get Ahead Actor Headshot Package

Matilda’s actor headshots are a great example of our Get Ahead actor headshot package with hair and make up. As you can see we have created 4 totally different versions of the very beautiful actress Matilda Swinney, from Chav on the left to sexy seductress on the right. With somebody as pretty as Matilda it is so easy to shoot a whole bunch of girl next door headshots but what use is that to a casting director or Matilda. With our Get Ahead package we aim to change perceptions and show the versatility of an actor to casting directors and agents alike.

Testimonial: Here is what Matilda said about our Actor Headshot Photography Service

Neilson Reeves Photography delivers the highest standard of service, makeup and photography. I have never felt more looked after and comfortable during a shoot or worked with people who clearly have such impeccable skill and fantastic charisma. I chose the Get Ahead package and makeup and hair by Rebecca Tupman, which I would highly recommend as it allows you both time outside and in the studio and is a must for a highly professional result. Colin understands the importance of getting into character for a headshot and the atmosphere that needs to be created to achieve the best results. By trusting Colin with your headshots you are choosing a lovely person who has a vast range of experience, understands the vital importance of a headshot, will make you feel completely at ease and happy and will create photographs that are the truest representation of you as an actor in the most striking way. Rebecca Tupman is a wonderful makeup artist. Incredibly skilled, friendly and supportive, making sure you look your absolute best while feeling super relaxed and happy. I can’t believe I didn’t realize the art and skill in creating headshots. I feel like I have got the best headshots possible. What an outstanding photographer and make up artist. I look forward to my next shoot in a few years time!

Biography Matilda Swinney

Matilda Swinney, born in Sheffield, began acting at the age of 11 in the Sheffield Lyceum and Crucible Main House with plays by Chekhov, Shakespeare and Pinter. She then began her venture into film and screen acting with a variety of short films for film festivals, students and company projects.

After completing a degree in Fine Art and becoming a qualified personal trainer, Matilda is currently pursuing her acting career focusing on theatre and film, whilst working on her own fitness website. 2016 will see Matilda go to Nicaragua on a volunteer placement and study at the Strasberg school in New York during the summer.

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Actor Headshot Photography Sarah Luke

Biography Sarah Luke

Sarah, born and raised in Yorkshire, has always had a passion for acting from a very young age appearing in programmes such as Hollyoaks Music show, Frankenstein, Emmerdale and Waterloo road. She postponed a career in the arts to gain more confidence, life experience and travel the world. From throwing herself off the worlds tallest cliff in New Zealand to volunteering with disadvantaged children in Fiji Sarah is now back and more determined then ever. After working as an intern in the summer on a feature film She is now working as one of the 7 tour guides on the official Emmerdale tour, along with attending drama classes,regular auditions and turning her travel journal in to a book. Furthermore, With her brand new head shots she is ready to launch herself into the acting industry and score that part alongside Ryan gosling!

Testimonial : What Sarah said about our Actor Headshot Photography Service

Where do I even start? Colin is one of the most professional, hilarious and genuine people I have had the pleasure of working with that is extremely passionate about his work. Having had headshots done once before and it being a rushed and painful process (with the photos looking more like school photos then professional ones) I was dreading having to have them done again. However, my experience with Colin was far from that. He took the time to get to know me as a person, made me feel completely relaxed and guided me in the right direction to get the best possible head shots. His opinion was always honest and not once was I rushed. He is a perfectionist and takes pride in every single photo he takes. The results are amazing and I could not have asked for a better photographer to take my photos. Not only have I had endless compliments about them but I have also been signed to an agency and secured numerous auditions already and I feel that’s all down to Colin’s hard work. So thank you Colin I had a fabulous time working with you and I will most definitely be back in the future. 🙂

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Actor Headshot Photography Joe Jordan

Biography Joseph Jordan

I am Joseph Jordan and I am from Bolton in Greater Manchester. I am currently studying at the Manchester School of Theatre, going into my third and final year.  As a child I never knew what I wanted to do for a career, until at the age of 6 I started attending an amateur dramatic theatre school in Monton, Salford, which allowed me to review the prospect of acting for the first time. I knew straight away that this is what I wanted to do for the rest of my life! I have performed in many amateur performances from the age of 6 upwards and feel comfortable onstage and working with total strangers, which was something rooted into me from a young age. Thanks to my training in Drama School, I can safely say I am happy with my chosen career, and hope that my future is bright, as acting is all I want to do!

Testimonial: What Joseph said about our Actor Headshot Photography Service

Today I had my photoshoot with Colin for my actor’s headshots. I can sum up the experience with the following phrase: ‘Absolutely brilliant!’ Colin is a brilliant man; who was both charismatic and warm. He made me feel at ease and enabled me to enjoy my first ever photoshoot without feeling on edge at all. The photographs themselves are above and beyond what I ever expected and I can tell from the two hours that I spent with him that he is a man who knows his art inside and out, and cares deeply for what he does. I came away from the shoot feeling cheerful and excited, and I know that he will without a doubt be my first choice for a photographer in the future.
I have nothing but praises to sing for Colin and his passion and enthusiasm only furthers this!
Thank you Colin!

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Actor Headshot Photography Monika Brodowska

Biography Monika Brodowska

Monika graduated from ALRA North in 2014 with a BA in Acting and is represented by Circuit Personal Management. Last year she moved to Manchester and has worked for Collingwood Learning in a number of their projects bringing theatre in education to schools across the country. She is excited at the possibilities Colin’s new headshots will bring to her career.

Testimonial: what Monika said about our Actor Headshot Photography Service

My morning with Colin and Rebecca was wonderful. When I arrived I was incredibly nervous having panicked about headshot day for the past week, but Colin immediately made me realise I had nothing to worry about.  He took the time to find out what I wanted out of the shoot and as a team we worked together to achieve those looks. Rebecca’s expert skill with hair and makeup put my mind at rest, confident I was in safe hands. Colin never stopped when it came to attention to detail. So many lighting devices and tips he offered to get the best out of the moment. The only difficult part was trying to pick my choice from such a selection of great shots. I would definitely recommend and use his expert services again. Thank You Muchly!

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